Sentences with phrase «family support programs strengthen»

Parenting education and family support programs strengthen parenting skills, helps parents with stress management, and provide information on healthy child development through peer - to - peer mentoring, leadership training, and support hotlines.

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She leads our Professional Developmental Programming, partnering with area specialists to share their knowledge with us so we can further strengthen the support we provide families in reaching developmental milestones.

Grantees implement programs which teach parents and early education providers about ways to strengthen families and build protective factors (such as parenting skills and resilience in times of stress; building social connections and a support network; and knowledge of child development) in an effort to prevent child abuse and neglect before it begins.

The Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) program supports families with millions of home visits that strengthen families and communities across the United States.

West Virginia surveyed parents of children under 3 years old and home visiting staff on how families are being supported and shared the results with home visiting programs, trained home visitors and other early childhood professionals on Strengthening Families, promoted parent support groups and play groups as entry points to home visiting, and revised Part C intake and family assessment processes to integrate family strengthening appfamilies are being supported and shared the results with home visiting programs, trained home visitors and other early childhood professionals on Strengthening Families, promoted parent support groups and play groups as entry points to home visiting, and revised Part C intake and family assessment processes to integrate family strengtheninStrengthening Families, promoted parent support groups and play groups as entry points to home visiting, and revised Part C intake and family assessment processes to integrate family strengthening appFamilies, promoted parent support groups and play groups as entry points to home visiting, and revised Part C intake and family assessment processes to integrate family strengtheningstrengthening approaches.

Parent support programs aim to support and strengthen existing parenting abilities and promote the development of new competencies so that parents have the knowledge and skills needed to carry out child - rearing responsibilities and provide their children with experiences and opportunities that promote child learning and development.14 Parenting support programs typically include the following features: universal access for families, early support to families, and family involvement at all levels of program operation15 Parenting programs often encompass a variety of parenting activities, including, but not limited to, parent and child play groups, parent information classes and support groups, parenting materials, and individualized parent supports provided in response to particular child - rearing concerns or specific parenting questions.

The program supports Federal Home Visiting Program grantees in the development, implementation, and evaluation of innovations to strengthen and improve delivery of coordinated and comprehensive high - quality voluntary services to eligible faprogram supports Federal Home Visiting Program grantees in the development, implementation, and evaluation of innovations to strengthen and improve delivery of coordinated and comprehensive high - quality voluntary services to eligible faProgram grantees in the development, implementation, and evaluation of innovations to strengthen and improve delivery of coordinated and comprehensive high - quality voluntary services to eligible families.

They focus both on improving and expanding the nation's nutrition programs, and bolstering the economy and strengthening supports for working families in order to move more out of poverty, the root cause of hunger in this country.

Through education, counseling and support programs, we help strengthen families, support birth parents and educate the community.

Title IV grant programs are designed to support the comprehensive needs of students in a variety of settings, strengthen family engagement, and bring America's schools into the 21st century.

Don't forget to include the wrap - around social service programs that strengthen and support families in the community.

Quality and Service: Strengthen, support, and grow Arizona's network of college access programs and professionals in order to provide quality services to all individuals, with a special emphasis on low - income and first - generation families as they prepare for, transition to, and complete postsecondary education.

Supporting and Improving the Child Welfare Workforce: A Review of Program Improvement Plans (PIPs) and Recommendations for Strengthening the Child and Family Service Reviews (CFSRs)

Funding from PetSmart Charities supports best practices that help pets thrive in a shelter environment until they find their forever family and offers funding for shelter - based programs that improve adoptions, reduce pets» length of stay and strengthen shelter infrastructure.

Through education, counseling and support programs, we help strengthen families, support birth parents and educate the community.

The grant will support VLAS's Strengthening Families with Children program to help low - income families increase and preserve financial resources, obtain and maintain safe and affordable housing, increase access to healthcare and education and increase stability for families in transitionFamilies with Children program to help low - income families increase and preserve financial resources, obtain and maintain safe and affordable housing, increase access to healthcare and education and increase stability for families in transitionfamilies increase and preserve financial resources, obtain and maintain safe and affordable housing, increase access to healthcare and education and increase stability for families in transitionfamilies in transition.»

Through education, counseling and support programs, we help strengthen families, support birth parents and educate the community.

Human Resource Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Direct human resource operations and support staff ensuring efficient and effective operations Responsible for benefit administration including employee leave, 401 (k)'s, and insurance Oversee payroll, departmental budgets, accounts payable, and accounts receivable Recruit, interview, and hire new employees with input from senior leadership Conduct staff orientation regarding acceptable attire, company brand, policies, and employment law Implement professional development program to enhance team skill sets and employee value Oversee employee recognition program to highlight notable achievements and boost team morale Review employee performance and recommend promotion or disciplinary action as appropriate Resolve disputes between staff members in a fair, professional, and timely manner Ensure company compliance will all applicable employment law and industry best practices Negotiate and confirm contracts with vendors, partners, employees, and clients Create and present financial reports and purchasing proposals to senior management Build and strengthen long term relationships with clients, vendors, and community leaders Direct purchasing and licensing of information technology equipment and software Assist students and families with financial aid application process Provide additional administrative support including data entry, phones, and customer service Utilize proficiencies in English and Spanish to effectively serve clients of varied backgrounds Perform all duties in a positive, professional, and courteous manner

Prior to joining High Conflict Institute, Michelle spent several years working with programs dedicated to providing support and resources to strengthen families, specifically in the context of domestic violence, adoption, and the child welfare system.

Over the next few years, Circle of Parents intends to expand the national network add new groups, strengthen existing programs and develop new family support initiatives.

Celebrating over 20 plus years, the FRCSA has extensive experience serving the high need, most vulnerable populations with programs and services that promote responsible fatherhood, strengthen family relationships, support formerly incarcerated individuals, and foster youth and early childhood development.

The program helps fathers navigate the DCS system, increase their contact with their child (ren), and connect to support services to strengthen the family.

Illinois» Fathers for New Futures (FNF) hosts the Power of Fathers Symposium, a statewide collaborative of nonprofits that seeks to strengthen and support low - income minority fathers in developing relationships with their children, families, and communities.77 Among its programs, FNF provides job readiness training, parent education, case management, child support information, and additional services to young fathers and men trying to reconnect with their families.78 FNF also hosts a working group of practitioners, and research and policy experts that supports outcomes for children of noncustodial, African - American fathers.79

Family - centered services for incarcerated parents, their children, and families focus on parenting programs, family strengthening activities, nurturing of family relationships, community supports for families during incarceration and following release, and gender - specific intervenFamily - centered services for incarcerated parents, their children, and families focus on parenting programs, family strengthening activities, nurturing of family relationships, community supports for families during incarceration and following release, and gender - specific intervenfamily strengthening activities, nurturing of family relationships, community supports for families during incarceration and following release, and gender - specific intervenfamily relationships, community supports for families during incarceration and following release, and gender - specific interventions.

Supported by helpful material that can be adopted and adapted for any program or service sector, including a program self - assessment to improve practice, an online data system, an online training curriculum, and the Strengthening Families national network.

Parents Anonymous ® of Oregon is an evidenced - based family strengthening program that serves as a culturally responsive and community - based intervention and prevention program, and it offers a safe environment for parents seeking support.

We are a vibrant, diverse and resilient group of dedicated professionals working in numerous programs where we care for, educate and nurture children while supporting and strengthening families and communities.

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, Prevention and Early Intervention Division (PEI) developed the Educating Fathers for Empowering Children Tomorrow (EFFECT) Program to support fathers and strengthen families through evidence - based fatherhood programs across the state.

Parents Anonymous ® Evidence Supports the Strengthening Families Approach (PDF - 957 KB) Research Profile 3, 2011 Highlights research on the effectiveness of Parents Anonymous programs to prevent child abuse and neglect and provides evidence for the success of the strengthening familStrengthening Families Approach (PDF - 957 KB) Research Profile 3, 2011 Highlights research on the effectiveness of Parents Anonymous programs to prevent child abuse and neglect and provides evidence for the success of the strengthening families aFamilies Approach (PDF - 957 KB) Research Profile 3, 2011 Highlights research on the effectiveness of Parents Anonymous programs to prevent child abuse and neglect and provides evidence for the success of the strengthening familstrengthening families afamilies approach.

Anglicare SA — Family relationship support This program aims to strengthen family groups and encourage healthy relationFamily relationship support This program aims to strengthen family groups and encourage healthy relationfamily groups and encourage healthy relationships.

The main focus of the partnership was to implement the Kids Count Program, which allowed for a psychologist to work on - site with Alunga staff to strengthen educators» knowledge and understanding of the social and emotional needs of young children, build their capacity and skills in effectively responding to a child's individual needs, and recognise when a child and family may need additional psychological support and a referral to the Kids Count Program psychologist.

RAV Cranbourne Centre Manager, Mario Avice said the program aimed to strengthen father / child bonds and develop confidence in the men as positive role models; while offering informal clinical support and a conduit to other family relationship services, such as counselling.

Anglicare Victoria provides support to children, young people and families through a range of programs and services they strengthen families and communities so they can protect and nurture the children within them.

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In addition, all of our YCCA programs strengthen families and reduce the likelihood of child abuse and neglect by supporting protective factors in the Strengthening Families ™ Frfamilies and reduce the likelihood of child abuse and neglect by supporting protective factors in the Strengthening Families ™ FrFamilies ™ Framework.

Supporting Refugee Families: Adapting Family Strengthening Programs That Build on Assets (PDF - 93 KB) Bridging Refugee Youth and Children's Services (2010) Provides resources and suggestions for choosing evidence - based family strengthening programs for use with refugee populaFamily Strengthening Programs That Build on Assets (PDF - 93 KB) Bridging Refugee Youth and Children's Services (2010) Provides resources and suggestions for choosing evidence - based family strengthening programs for use with refugeeStrengthening Programs That Build on Assets (PDF - 93 KB) Bridging Refugee Youth and Children's Services (2010) Provides resources and suggestions for choosing evidence - based family strengthening programs for use with refugee popuPrograms That Build on Assets (PDF - 93 KB) Bridging Refugee Youth and Children's Services (2010) Provides resources and suggestions for choosing evidence - based family strengthening programs for use with refugee populafamily strengthening programs for use with refugeestrengthening programs for use with refugee popuprograms for use with refugee populations.

Enhancing Home Visitation With Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation Mackrain & Mytton - Ortega (2013) Zero to Three, 33 (5) View Abstract Illustrates one home visitation programs efforts to integrate early childhood mental health consultation (ECMHC) and highlights the consultations role in supporting the home visitor through reflective case consultation and collaboration to strengthen the family in need.

• Check in with mothers and fathers to see how they are doing • Promote a culture where it is okay for employees to reach out and ask for help • Participate in an employee assistance program (EAP) or maintain a list of available resources to support families • Learn where your public officials stand on kids» issues and use your vote to support families • Allow for flexibility in scheduling where possible • Work with employees to manage workload in times of added stress • Create a community brag board so employees can show off kids, pets, homes and hobbies • Support maternity / paternity leave for new parents (including adoptive and foster parents) • Offer «lunch and learns» for employees wanting to learn more about child development • Involve your business in community events • Sponsor a day of service for all employees to volunteer with programs working to strengthen fsupport families • Learn where your public officials stand on kids» issues and use your vote to support families • Allow for flexibility in scheduling where possible • Work with employees to manage workload in times of added stress • Create a community brag board so employees can show off kids, pets, homes and hobbies • Support maternity / paternity leave for new parents (including adoptive and foster parents) • Offer «lunch and learns» for employees wanting to learn more about child development • Involve your business in community events • Sponsor a day of service for all employees to volunteer with programs working to strengthen fsupport families • Allow for flexibility in scheduling where possible • Work with employees to manage workload in times of added stress • Create a community brag board so employees can show off kids, pets, homes and hobbies • Support maternity / paternity leave for new parents (including adoptive and foster parents) • Offer «lunch and learns» for employees wanting to learn more about child development • Involve your business in community events • Sponsor a day of service for all employees to volunteer with programs working to strengthen fSupport maternity / paternity leave for new parents (including adoptive and foster parents) • Offer «lunch and learns» for employees wanting to learn more about child development • Involve your business in community events • Sponsor a day of service for all employees to volunteer with programs working to strengthen families

Supporting Refugee Families: Adapting Family Strengthening Programs That Build on Assets (PDF - 93 KB) Bridging Refugee Youth and Children's Services (2010) Explores how service providers in the United States can build on refugees» family and community strengths while also helping ease their transition into a different cultural context in which to raise their chiFamily Strengthening Programs That Build on Assets (PDF - 93 KB) Bridging Refugee Youth and Children's Services (2010) Explores how service providers in the United States can build on refugees» family and community strengths while also helping ease their transition into a different cultural context in which to raise their chifamily and community strengths while also helping ease their transition into a different cultural context in which to raise their children.

Family Support Services of the Bay Area offers a number of programs that focus on strengthening families and providing services to enhance family functiFamily Support Services of the Bay Area offers a number of programs that focus on strengthening families and providing services to enhance family functifamily functioning.

The Summit's theme is Engaging Communities, Strengthening Families, putting a lens on why and how the inclusion of policies and programs that support fathers at the community level strengthens the entire family, as well as the communities in which they live.

Family Strengthening Research (PDF - 1,598 KB) U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, and Office of Planning, Research, and Evaluation (OPRE)(2014) Provides Federal and State policymakers, program administrators, and researchers with summaries of OPRE's Division of Family Strengthening's major research investments in fiscal year 2013 and overviews of past projects that include strengthening relationships within families, supporting fatherhood, nurturing children through their families, reducing teen pregnancy, and supporting youth in their transition Strengthening Research (PDF - 1,598 KB) U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, and Office of Planning, Research, and Evaluation (OPRE)(2014) Provides Federal and State policymakers, program administrators, and researchers with summaries of OPRE's Division of Family Strengthening's major research investments in fiscal year 2013 and overviews of past projects that include strengthening relationships within families, supporting fatherhood, nurturing children through their families, reducing teen pregnancy, and supporting youth in their transition to adFamilies, and Office of Planning, Research, and Evaluation (OPRE)(2014) Provides Federal and State policymakers, program administrators, and researchers with summaries of OPRE's Division of Family Strengthening's major research investments in fiscal year 2013 and overviews of past projects that include strengthening relationships within families, supporting fatherhood, nurturing children through their families, reducing teen pregnancy, and supporting youth in their transition Strengthening's major research investments in fiscal year 2013 and overviews of past projects that include strengthening relationships within families, supporting fatherhood, nurturing children through their families, reducing teen pregnancy, and supporting youth in their transition strengthening relationships within families, supporting fatherhood, nurturing children through their families, reducing teen pregnancy, and supporting youth in their transition to adfamilies, supporting fatherhood, nurturing children through their families, reducing teen pregnancy, and supporting youth in their transition to adfamilies, reducing teen pregnancy, and supporting youth in their transition to adulthood.

The goal of the AIS Program is to strengthen and support new adoptive families that adopt children with special needs.

She previously directed the Supporting Healthy Marriage project, a federally funded evaluation of interventions aimed at improving child well - being by strengthening the relationships of married couples; the Next Generation project, a collaborative, multidisciplinary initiative to study welfare - reform programs» impacts on the well - being of children and families; and the evaluations of the Minnesota Family Investment Program and the Parents» Fair Share demonstration.

South Carolina wants to expand the Nurse - Family Partnership home visiting program, a proven way to curb child abuse and neglect, strengthen parent - child bonds and support school readiness.

Recent evidence from the Supporting Healthy Marriage Project indicates that family - strengthening programs can indeed be effective at bolstering parents» relationships.

Our team and organization grew out of the Strengthening Families Illinois initiative which has been implementing the Strengthening Families ™ Protective Factors approach since 2005 and achieving success in embedding the Protective Factors framework into Illinois» child welfare system and hundreds of early childhood programs as well as supporting the development of thousands of parent leaders through training and Parent Cafe implementation.

Family Development Center is a comprehensive family support program whose mission is to strengthen families and prevent child abuse and neFamily Development Center is a comprehensive family support program whose mission is to strengthen families and prevent child abuse and nefamily support program whose mission is to strengthen families and prevent child abuse and neglect.

Strengthening Family Engagement with Technology,» sponsored by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), highlighted how home visiting programs are using videos, text messaging, and other mobile technologies to support service delivery.

«Over the past year, we've witnessed the important role home visiting programs can have in helping us support and strengthen families,» said Babette Roberts, director of DSHS» Community Services Division.